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Most every company that sells ARs has NJ compliant models: Colt: The Match Target models (http://www.coltsmfg.com/products-c6-q9- ... fles.aspx#) Bushmaster: I want to say their post-ban model is compliant (http://www.bushmaster.com/catalog_xm15_ ... 14M4IZ.asp) Stag: Popular with a lot of people on this forum. Many of the shops/vendors can get NJ compliant Stag models-- just ask them specifically. DPMS: http://www.dpmsinc.com/ Smith and Wesson: The MP15 ORC is a popular model too on the forums (http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/ ... sFirearm=Y) Honestly, as long as the AR model itself is not listed on the NJ Ban List (which is floating around here, just do a search for it), you can get probably any configuration NJ compliant. Whether the gunsmithing is done at the factory or off site, its a simply matter of making the AR NJ compliant. Like Maks said, just get in contact with the local shops and/or vendors, and they can give you a better idea. More importantly, you should just research what brand/type you would want, and the market price. Some ARs are more equal then others ( :twisted: ), regarding production value that is... so, the question then really is which AR system is preferred by the masses? Not to prescribe to "group think" you need to figure out for yourself... but go through the threads in the AR section to get a feel for things if you wish: viewforum.php?f=46

Since the new Police Chief has been in Hamilton it has been a joke. In the 80's and 90's the normal wait was a month or so. The last 2 times i applied for pistol permits ( 2 years and 6 months ago) it took all of 2-3 months to process them. Each time i called, after being placed on hold for 5 to 10 minutes i was told by the not so awesome clerk that they are very busy , or were waiting on State police, Total BS. Really? That's odd. For reference: I put in for permits in October (with my local PD). My buddy (who deals with Hamilton PD) put in the paperwork for permits in December, received his mid-Jan, and bought a pistol. He then put in paperwork for another permit (he only put in for one initially) for more permits at the end of Jan/beginning of Feb, and received them last week-- a few days before I received my permits I had put in for in October. He also had the same turn-around rate for his initial FID/permit about a year ago.

Hey, welcome to the forums. Good luck in sorting everything out.

Glad to hear you're doing better. Drink water!

From my knowledge, my buddy didn't have any issues with his issuing PD (which is Hamilton PD)-- not to mention their ridiculously awesome turn-around rate (two-three weeks) for permits and FID. Now, the clerks who work at my local PD are absolutely awesome, but the turn around rate is just as bad as the rest of the state (took them five months this last time for permits).

I do what TJ said, I keep my magazines loaded two short of their max capacity. I also rotate my magazine(s) every couple weeks... this way I always have something loaded (except for when I transport to the range... yea yea, I don't want to get into that conversation here). I'd probably only need one magazine (of rifle or pistol) for an HD situation-- but I'll be damned if I don't have more then one good to go when the zombies come (or if I have magazine malfunctions )

I can see where rscalzo and KDP might be coming from, in regards to not knowing the details of the situation-- and making face judgment from those. However, from what is available, I have to respectfully disagree with the defense of the individual. Regardless of what an individual is going through, people MUST be responsible. The individual, details aside, was not responsible... and maybe not accountable. Take for example the recent story of the US Army CPT who was decorated with the Silver Star for combat, but handed reprimand for F'ing up his responsibilities (that lead to the ----storm to began with). The individual delivered and obviously exceeded expectations in duty-- hence the Silver Star. However, what takes precedence is the primary objective-- and, in the case of the military, it is to complete the mission while getting everyone home. [Reference] I fully agree with the actions that are being taken in this case of the USA CPT by the DOD. I also agree that the disciplinary measures being taken by the PD and the criticism by the general public (because that is who is being served) of the situation are both warranted. I do not think that someone is held to a higher standard simply because they are in a position of authority/public trust. I hold these people to a higher standard because of the duty they have swore to uphold. In both cases, the CPT (and other senior officers) will have the opportunity to appeal the Field Grade Article 15 (I'm assuming; plus other articles I could imagine). And the issue with this local LEO will also be handled behind doors, with opportunity for the officer to defend himself to his superiors (and not to us, which I agree with). However, I still do believe that it is fair to criticize the judgment of the LEO, and any others who fail their duties.

This vid has been around... even on our forums already! Regardless, some real winners there :doh:

Hello and welcome. I can't say much about your dilemma, sorry. It seems as there are legitimate reasons for her disdain of firearms (same reason why some people don't like pools of water, etc), which is trauma. The best solution just might be time. Most people I know that were fearful of firearms were because they simply were not exposed to them-- putting them on a pedestal. Your situation seems different-- best of luck regardless.

Yea man, I was out there going from the Princeton area up to Edison... gave up when I realized I had traveled all of three miles in 30 minutes.

Exactly what I was thinking, well said, Devs.

Greece is an interesting situation. What is going on currently, and its possible aftermath can be somewhat tied into its rocky past. During the Cold War, Greece was on the cusp of turning red, but it was US money and supplies that prevented the switch from happening. Greece has had that presence lingering since... and I'm not saying that Greece would collapse into a communism/socialism. However, worst and more odd things have happened... I doubt that the EU would let it happen though. PS: Couldn't access that information (required login/pw)

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I think its a personal decision ultimately. However, I do agree with the notion that without the proper amount of training/equipment, what good is hardware? (Without software.) I know people who have 4+ handguns, a few rifles, and two shotguns-- but maybe 100 rounds/shells for each at best. I also know that aside from range time, they have no formal instruction. I don't think its a bad thing necessarily (because, like I said, its a personal decision), but I do feel that they're coming up short. I do not think it makes them irresponsible owners at all (because I feel that some may read that instead). Then of course, if its someone prerogative to be only a collector, then I can't argue against that logic either. Personally, I'm going to streamline my firearms and ammunition.

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What's an "assault" rifle? Are we storming the beaches? Rappelling down the sides of buildings? Just saying... Oh, and yes, I'm joking. Though, I'm sure others would agree that the term "assault rifle" is a misstatement. A better term might be something along the lines of "battle rifle." A battle rifle is something that might be, for whatever reason, worthy of taking to battle-- hence the reason why the military calls their systems battle rifles. An assault rifle, in the civilian world, would define the rifle being used in what would seem to be an assault-- which, in most cases, would be a crime. (Defending yourself in your home is not assaulting; though who's to say Lady Justice would care anyway.) Just my :twocents-twocents: Otherwise, yea, just ask on the forums if you're totally not sure, and there is a wealth of knowledge here from the forum members.

Yea, I've sat in enough classes/used their facilities that I should probably pay a year's worth of tuition... most of my buddies who I kept in contact with went to RU, as did my older sister. I'm pretty familiar with the setups, locations, and a few Professors and a Dean. I know that at the higher level courses, the classes shrink back down to 1:20 (teacher/student ratio), even if the general courses can be 1:100+ with TAs teaching-- at RU that is... but the more intimate teaching approach at MSU regardless is VERY appealing to me. I have no problems with learning, but I do find that I can learn better in more concentrated environments. Truth is that I'm still waiting to hear back from RU (transfer student, so ofc it takes longer :cry: )... and more importantly I need to confirm which/how many credits they would take. I know there is the state mandate thats in effect where if you transfer from an NJ community college to a 4-yr with an Associates, the 4-yr must take 60 credits and accept the transfer as "Junior" status (for benefit reasons). However, the school can still pick and choose what types of credits would be applied to their overall standards for graduation. MSU has accepted my 60 credits, and of the 60 credits I need to finish (for the total of 120)-- 38 or 40 of them are elective courses towards my specific degree-- which is great because I really don't want to waste any more time with general courses (and money for that matter). RU on the other hand, while I have to wait to hear back, I also have to wait to hear back on how they would accept my credits. That difference would make a huge difference in terms of finances and how much more time I would have to spend in college.

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Something like this maybe? http://www.actiontarget.com/spt_pt_rocker.html [Description] http://www.shopactiontarget.com/pt-rocker.html [Official store listing] There are other reactive targets listed there too (with remote reset), but those are pretty expensive. The PT rocker looks pretty interesting, and seems to fit what you're looking for. Relatively cheap, resets on its own, and can fit a variety of targets on top (heavy duty too, though I don't know how 'heavy duty').

Hmm, the more you guys bring stuff up, the more appealing it might be to bunk in at my father's house (in Ridgefield)-- if I go to MSU. Now, RU is my first choice, its just that MSU has some other appealing factors that... well, make it appealing. Ha, its not any emotional attachment reasons, but strictly financial. With how the GI Bill works now and whatnot, MSU would be more beneficial in the long run... but that's something to think about I suppose.

Starting this Sunday, 14 March, the miniseries "The Pacific" will be on HBO! Same producers and crew (Hanks/Spielberg) that brought us "Band of Brothers" (of the 101) will be showing the story of the Marines in the Pacific... and I'm personally psyched. BOB really inspired me, and I'm positive that "The Pacific" won't be anything near a let-down. So, yes, TiVO, DVR, whatever-- this Sunday.

Thanks for pointers, gentlemen. I've strung together some names, and I'll be sure to check them out when I go up north sometime next week. I purposely didn't list my budget, as I want to keep my options as open as possible. Though, I did forget to include that I have no intentions of living in places like Newark or Jersey City, etc. One current possibility is to live in Edison, and make the commute via GSP. I'm not familiar with the traffic patterns for the GSP (specifically between Edison and MSU), but the commute doesn't seem terrible. But I would definitely prefer to live closer if possible. As for going to RU, its on a different list I'm considering-- but I've already ironed out those plans. Thanks again.

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I'm super excited about Kick-Ass. The initial trailers were 'OK' and made it seem almost stupid. But after having watched one of the Red Band trailers a month ago or so, I was sold that its going to be pretty decent. Now we just have to wait until 16 April.